LooseGoose wrote:In case Bob wants to blame Rs again - had Schumer allowed 50 to pass it this would have been done long ago.

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Often noted that Senate requires 60 votes for passage. But Senate could also pass spending bill with simple majority. Indeed, McConnell asked that bill be taken up without 60-vote threshold. But Schumer objected, demanded 60-vote standard. So current impasse.

LooseGoose wrote:In case Bob wants to blame Rs again - had Schumer allowed 50 to pass it this would have been done long ago.

Byron York Verified account @ByronYork

Often noted that Senate requires 60 votes for passage. But Senate could also pass spending bill with simple majority. Indeed, McConnell asked that bill be taken up without 60-vote threshold. But Schumer objected, demanded 60-vote standard. So current impasse.